Burglary Alert: Property Targetted on Wren Road – Local Security Advice

Local officers are appealing for information following a burglary at a residential property on Wren Road, which occurred between 19th October and 27th October.

Neighbourhood policing teams are carrying out enquiries and increasing patrols across the immediate area. In light of this recent incident, residents on Wren Road and nearby streets are urged to check their home security measures and remain vigilant.

Were You in the Wren Road Area?

Police are seeking information, witness reports, or digital footage that could assist with the investigation.

• CCTV & Doorbell Footage: If you live on or near Wren Road, please check your home security systems, Ring doorbells, or dashcam footage recorded between 19th and 27th October for any unusual movement, unfamiliar vehicles, or suspicious activity.

• Suspicious Activity: Did you notice anything out of the ordinary—such as individuals loitering, knocking on doors under unusual pretexts, or vehicles driving slowly along the road?

Practical Home Security Checklist

Opportunistic thieves often target vulnerable access points. Protect your home by following these practical precautions:

• Lock Doors and Windows: Ensure UPVC doors are double-locked (lift the handle and turn the key) and windows are secured, even when you are briefly out or in the garden.

• Set Timers for Lighting: With darker evenings approaching, set plug-in timer switches for lamps to make your home look occupied when you are away.

• Keep Valuables Hidden: Avoid leaving car keys, handbags, laptops, or cash on hall tables, window sills, or near letterboxes where they can be seen or fished out.

• Secure Boundaries and Outbuildings: Lock side gates, sheds, and garages, and clear away any ladders or garden tools that could be used to force entry.

How to Report Information

If you have any information, CCTV footage, or dashcam recordings relating to the Wren Road burglary, please contact the authorities promptly:

• Non-Emergency & Information: Call 101 or submit information online via the official Metropolitan Police reporting page, referencing the incident on Wren Road.

• Anonymous Reporting: Contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

• In an Emergency: Always dial 999 if a crime is in progress or a suspect is nearby.

MetEngage Alert - https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/517209/Local-Burglary-Message

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH APPEAL & SAFETY ALERT: Attempted Burglary / Criminal Damage in Cold Blow

Incident Summary Residents in the Cold Blow Crescent area are advised to stay vigilant following an incident on Friday, 23 October 2026, at approximately 18:46hrs.

Occupants of a property on Cold Blow Crescent were inside when they heard a loud bang and glass smashing coming from the kitchen. Upon investigating, they found that the glass panel in their rear door had been deliberately broken.

CCTV footage captured a male suspect approaching the rear door and smashing the glass. The suspect fled immediately when the occupant screamed. A Police Dog Unit attended the scene and tracked from the rear of the property across adjacent fields towards the A2, where the trail was lost.

🔍 Can You Help? (Appeal for CCTV & Dashcam Footage)

Police and Neighbourhood Watch are appealing to anyone in the surrounding area who may have seen or heard anything suspicious around this time.

• CCTV / Ring Doorbells: If you live on Cold Blow Crescent or adjacent roads, please check your footage between 18:30hrs and 19:15hrs on Friday, 23 October.

• Dashcam Footage: If you were driving along the A2 near the Cold Blow / Dartford Heath area around 18:45hrs–19:15hrs, please check your dashcam for any pedestrians or suspicious activity on or near the main road.

If you have any information or footage, please contact the Police quoting the incident date and location using the contact details below.

🛡️ Security Advice for Residents

• Check Rear Perimeter Doors: Ensure rear kitchen/patio doors are fitted with laminated safety glass or internal window security film to make glass harder to shatter.

• Security Lighting: Consider installing motion-activated floodlights covering rear gardens, side passages, and access paths leading from open fields.

• CCTV & Alarms: Ensure cameras cover rear access points and that motion zones are properly calibrated. Keep alarms set, even when at home.

• Report Immediately: If you hear glass breaking or see suspicious individuals scoping out properties from nearby fields or roads, call 999 straight away.

📞 St Mary's & St James' Ward Police Contact Details & Guidelines

• In an Emergency: Call 999 immediately if a crime is in progress, an offender is still at or near the scene, or there is a threat to life or safety.

• Non-Emergency Enquiries & Crime Reporting:

  • Call 101 (Metropolitan Police non-emergency line).

  • Report online via the Met Police portal at met.police.uk.

• St Mary's & St James' Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT):

  • Email (Ward Team): Stmarys.stjames.SNT@met.police.uk

  • SNT Telephone: 020 8721 2816

  • Team Base: Bexleyheath Police Station, 2 Arnsberg Way, Bexleyheath, DA7 4QS

  • Met Engage Ward Updates: You can follow local priorities or reach your ward team directly on metengage.co.uk. (Note: Dedicated ward email/phone lines are for non-urgent neighbourhood advice; do not use them to report active crimes).

• Report Anonymously: Contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.

MetEngage Alert - https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/517203/Attempted-Burglary-Update

Appeal for Witnesses: Daytime Burglary in Our Community

A local resident recently reached out on Nextdoor following a distressing incident in our community. On Wednesday 19th August at around 12:30 pm, a flat was burgled by two men posing as electricians.

Personal items were taken, and the victim is appealing to the neighbourhood for any information or CCTV footage that might help identify those involved.

Details of the Incident

• Date & Time: Wednesday, 19th August at 12:30 pm

• Suspect Descriptions: Two men dressed in dark clothing, masquerading as tradesmen.

• Key Distinguishing Feature: One suspect captured on a doorbell camera entering the block is described as 5ft 6in to 5ft 8in, slim build (around 10–11 stone), with a visible bite mark or scar on the left side of his face.

How You Can Help

• Check Security Footage: If you live nearby, please review your doorbell cameras, home CCTV, or dashcam footage from around 12:30 pm on Wednesday 19th August for anyone matching this description.

• Report Information: If you recognize the man described or saw anyone acting suspiciously around the block at that time, please report it to the police via 101 or submit an anonymous tip through CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

Crime impacts the whole neighbourhood, and sharing relevant footage or information can make a significant difference in helping the victim recover lost items and ensuring our streets stay safe. Please keep an eye out and share this appeal with nearby residents.

Source: Nextdoor 

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage Sidcup

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Good Evening

Unfortunately we have one burglary to report, which occurred on the ward.
On Monday 22nd June the victims left their property locked and secure in Hatherley Crescent at 1600hrs.
Between the hours of 1600hrs and 0030hrs, suspects have managed to force the kitchen window open to gain access and steal the keys to a Mazda. It's also believed some jewellery was also taken in the process.

Sadly, we also had a BMW X5 stolen in the early hours of this morning. Two suspects can been in Selborne Road at 03:15hrs, before one of them gains access into the car. The other suspects can be seen holding a device, appears to be a signal jammer, to knock out the wifi signal in peoples properties. The theft took no longer than a minute, from approaching the vehicle, to driving off in it.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/461547/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message 

Burglary Alert - MetEngage Barnehurst

There has been a burglary on the Ward.  Access to the property was made by breaking and entering the back kitchen window.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

•  Double lock your door every time you leave the house  
• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  
• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  
• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  
• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  
• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 
• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  
• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  
• Set your burglar alarm 
• Lock your  shed or garage 
• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe and protecting your home. We hope the information above is useful and addresses to some degree the concerns that you have raised. If you have experienced this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

 

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Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/427114/Burglary-Alert

Local Priorities Burglary Update - MetEngage Sidcup

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

Unfortunately we have had another two burglaries reported these past few days.

BEXLEY LANE - On Thursday 26th March at approximately 2110hrs an attempted burglary took place. Victim was home when he heard the bins being rattled. Also heard door handle at the rear door being tested but fortunately this door was locked. Victim went outside and saw 3 suspects who then fled from the scene.

BIRCHWOOD AVENUE - Unclear the time frame for this one as victims are away. Burglary was discovered yesterday by a friend checking on the property. An untidy search took place throughout but, its not clear what's been stolen. This was reported to the police on 27th March after 2200hrs.


As you can tell there has been a spate of burglaries on our ward, as well as neighbouring wards. The team have been following these all up looking for CCTV/ witnesses enquiries. What's clear is that most (if not all) are occurring between 1700hrs-2200hrs.
All of the burglaries where the suspects have been successful have occurred when the properties are empty, lights are off and the properties have no burglary alarms. We are continuing our efforts to get on top of this however, please consider a burglary alarm because it is a massive deterrent. 99.9% of burglaries on our ward this year just haven't got a burglary alarm.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

 We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/421797/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Update 

Local Priorities Theft Of Motor Vehicles Message - MetEngage Crayford

I wanted to provide an update regarding the theft of motor vehicles,  which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

A white Ford Transit Tipper has been stolen from Green Walk between 19.00 on 22nd March and 05.45 on 23rd March. Should you see a distinctive vehicle such as this and believe it to be abandoned/stolen please call 101.
Please review your vehicle security.

We know that people can be concerned about the personal and financial impact of having their vehicle stolen, which is why we will pursue and arrest those who break the law. Please consider taking the following steps to keep your vehicle safe:  

• Check that your vehicle is locked and secure every time you leave it. Thieves often look for easy opportunities to steal from vehicles. They will usually try the handles until they get lucky and find one that has been left unlocked.  

• Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home and away from your front door.  

• If you have a keyless entry vehicle, keep the key well away from the vehicle while at home and turn off wireless signals on your fob when its not being used. Consider putting the keys in a screened or signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check that it is still working every few months.  

• Park your vehicle in a private garage if you can. If you don’t have access to one, try to park in a well –lit open space.  

• Try to use public car parks that are part of the police approved Park Mark safer parking scheme.  

• Secure your number plates with tamper resistant screws to avoid them being stolen and used by others. 

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. 

 

 We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/419109/Local-Priorities-Theft-Of-Motor-Vehicles-Message

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage Crayford

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 

There has been a burglary in Crayford. It took place on Friday 20th March between 13.30-14.00. Entry was made via the rear of the property, there was an untidy search and the suspect(s) left the building via the front door. Laptops, jewellery, the keys to a vehicle and the vehicle were stolen.
Burglary is not a regular occurrence in Crayford so please take a few moments to review your home security.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/419102/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage Longlands

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 

On 8th March 2026 at approximately 18:30 hours there was an attempted Burglary in Northcote Road, Sidcup.

Thankfully the home owner was home and disturbed the suspects from stealing their motorbike.

Burglaries have increased recently whereby the suspects are breaking in and stealing the car keys from the property and making off with the vehicle. The suspects are currently targeting Mercedes on the ward. The best security you can have for your vehicle is a Ghost immobilizer and the basics we suggest would be a steering lock.

Please see the following link on crime prevention advice on securing you're vehicle.

https://www.met.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/416190/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message

Local Priorities Knife Crime Message - MetEngage Sidcup

I wanted to provide an update regarding knife crime, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

 

We are aware that many people may be worried about knife crime in their local communities. We are committed to tackling knife crime wherever we find it, in order to keep you safe.  

 

If you would like to know more about the guidance that is available, our website includes a number of important resources that can offer guidance,  including what to do if you think someone you know needs help,  how to keep people safe, and support organisations you can talk to.  

 

Passing on information to organisations such as Crimestoppers or Fearless can not only help after a crime or incident, but vitally stop something from happening.

On Saturday 14th March 2026, your Sidcup team were carrying out mobile patrols on the ward when they identified a male who had been involved in a Robbery and Common Assault earlier this month. These offences took place Sidcup High Street and involved one of our retailers.

As a result, officers stopped and searched this male and managed to recover a knife and some drugs, which were in his possession at the time of the search.

The male was arrested taken to Bexleyheath custody and later charged for possession of a knife and drugs. Investigations are ongoing.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

 

 We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/415301/Local-Priorities-Knife-Crime-Message 

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage Sidcup

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 

Unfortunately we've had a further 2 burglaries this week.

KIMBERLEY DRIVE, Thursday 12th March - A property was broken into after suspects smashed the rear French glass doors. Once inside the property, an untidy search was carried out and as a result, jewellery and cash was stolen. The property was broken into between 1930-1950hrs on the 12th March. Following further investigations/CCTV enquiries by the Sidcup team, four suspects were seen running from the side of a property in Pembury Crescent, whose garden is adjacent to the victims garden. Suspects were seen running to a waiting vehicle, possibly a blue Golf at 19:54hrs.
The team will continue their investigations today in this area to establish further details of this blue vehicle.

LONGMEAD DRIVE - Another property was also burgled in Longmead Drive however, timeline is not clear. Victims have been away but the neighbour reported their front door being unsecure on the 13th March. Police arrived on scene and it became apparent that the property had been burgled with items strewn across the floor. Unclear what has been taken but again, your Sidcup police team will be making further enquiries in the next two days to see if this is possibly linked to Kimberley Drive.

For those who reside in Kimberley Drive, Pembury Crescent, Longmead Drive, can I ask you check your cctv cameras for Thursday12th March, between 1900-2000hrs. Essentially, we are looking for a blue vehicle, likely to be a VW Golf. If you have captured anything then please let get in touch with us.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/414928/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message 

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage West Heath

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 Increase in Burglaries – Bexley Borough

We are currently seeing an increase in burglary offences across the Bexley borough including West Heath Your local Safer Neighbourhood Teams are carrying out increased patrols and working to identify those responsible.

We are asking residents to please remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour immediately. This includes:

• Unknown persons knocking on doors or looking into properties
• Individuals attempting door handles or accessing side/rear gardens
• Vehicles or persons repeatedly driving or walking slowly along resiential roads
• Anyone acting in a way that causes concern in your area

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

Please click here to complete the survey

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/402778/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message 

 

Local Priorities Burglary Message - MetEngage Blendon and Penhill

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding burglary, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey.

 

Good morning,

This is a message to inform you that over the previous couple weeks we have seen an increase in burglaries.
We do advise everyone to follow the steps bellow to protect your homes as much as possible, please also let family and friends know to do the same, And look out for neighbours homes if they are out.
If you deem anything to be suspicious call 999 or 101.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

• Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

• If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

• Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

• Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

• If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

• Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

• Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

• In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

• Set your burglar alarm 

• Lock your  shed or garage 

• Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Get Involved

Please consider getting involved and contribute to the local priority survey, we may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on.  Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 

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We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/405933/Local-Priorities-Burglary-Message 

Attempted Burglary - MetEngage Bexleyheath

Dear Residents

 

We are making you aware of a burglary and two attempted burglaries which took place on Sunday 28th February.

 

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Make sure that you:  

 

Double lock your door every time you leave the house  

If you can, move garden furniture or bins away from windows so that thieves cannot use them to gain access.  

Use laminated glass or security film on ground floor and accessible windows.  

Use a sash stop if you have sash windows to prevent people opening them enough to climb through.  

If your windows open outwards, use a key operated lock – check these are locked before leaving the house.  

Make sure all valuables are out of sight. 

Keep handbags and keys away from letterboxes or cat flaps.  

In the evening shut the curtains and leave lights on.  

Set your burglar alarm 

Lock your  shed or garage 

Mark, register or record your valuables. 

Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe and protecting your home. We hope the information above is useful and addresses to some degree the concerns that you have raised. If you have experienced this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

 

We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years.

Source: https://www.metengage.co.uk/Alerts/A/407161/Attempted-Burglary